Bel Canto 3.5 mk II


How does the older Bel Canto 3.5 mk II DAC w/ VBS compare to the current DACs available?  Keep the discussion to DACs around $1200 new or used.  I can get the BC for $1100 inc VBS power supply.

thx!

Jeff

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I still have the Bel Canto 3.0 that is kept even after moving up the "food chain", because it still sounds good and is so versatile.   I use optical cable input for 24/192 streaming from my tv to balanced (Ayre) amps. Use balanced with this unit if you can, as there is a difference.  Bel Canto build quality, power supplies and the pre-amp also included in your unit are great.

Also,  If you decide it's needed,  BelCanto USB converters  can be found for around $200.  In a previous second system, I used USB digital from desktop to BC Dac 3.0 as pre-amp with a Jeff Rowland power amp, to good effect.  

Enjoy!